Travelling from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Kabul International Airport (KBL): what you need to know
Kabul's timezone is UTC+4:30, which makes Kabul one hour behind Lucknow.
Your LKO to KBL flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to visit a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between LKO and KBL.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight is $911. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $3,309. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LKO to KBL, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport.
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Handy information about Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
69.64% of flights departing from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to LKO:
Arriving at Kabul International Airport (KBL)
Landing late on a Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport flight? Grab your luggage and go straight to a nearby hotel. Two options close to KBL are Kabul Star Hotel & Restaurant and Orhan Apartment.
Getting from Kabul International Airport (KBL) to central Kabul
From Kabul International Airport, Kabul is approximately 2 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Kabul International Airport (KBL)
June is the most popular month for flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Kabul in April.
The warmest month in Kabul is July, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Kabul International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from LKO to KBL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC and 8ºC on average.
Explore more of Afghanistan
You've seen Kabul, now it's time to explore other parts of Afghanistan. Journey about 451 kilometres south-west to Kandahar to check off its leading attractions. From First Fountain to Askarzai Advertising Co and Kharqa Sharif (The Shrine of Cloak), there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Afghanistan, head for Jalalabad, roughly 121 kilometres east of Kabul. Siri-up-Aimarat Palace سراج المارت پارک, Mall mandaee tapa and Abdul Haq Park are among the biggest draws.